I have too many shoes

No, this isn't a confessional about an ex-boyfriend! This is a bit of a moan about the current series of X-Factor.  To be quite honest, I'm completely bored with it.  Over the past couple of years (I'd say the last three series) its been my un-official countdown to Christmas.  Each episode seemed bright, shiny and sparkly, always with a couple of stand-out performances.  The perfect complement to getting into the Christmas party spirit.  This year, more drama is being played on via the media or via the contestants.  To be honest I can't really tell what's going on but its impacting on how much I enjoy the show.  Don't get me wrong, there are a couple of acts I think are good: Matt Cardle, Rebecca Ferguson and One Direction (I can't help it, the boys are so happy you can't help but be happy too!). But now, really the only key thing I look forward to, is seeing what outfit Danni has chosen to wear on the night, after that I kinda switch off a...

Well I'm halfway through the weekend and its been busy already.  My good friend Kath finally had her baby, a little beautiful girl called Violet and I met her yesterday.  I went with my sister Tara and friend Linzi (both mothers) who both have the natural confidence in holding babies while I (childless) have a complete fear of holding babies, I'm just so frightened of hurting or dropping them.  But I persevered, sat and held Violet for over five minutes (a personal achievement) with no mishaps!  Both Kath and her husband are soo happy and I'm just so pleased for them. So last night after hospital visiting and a rack of lamb dinner cooked by Tara (yummy by the way) we watched the X-Factor and marvelled at how perfect and beautiful Nicole (not even going to attempt to spell her name) from Pussycat Dolls is.  As guest judge, she sat there looking a true A-List star in Victoria Beckham dresses, it gave us a perfect fashion fix until Danni M is back for the ...